Principal Engineer
Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Fri, Aug 21, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days
Job Summary
Leading the technical vision and development of web applications and services, the full-time remote Principal Engineer will architect data-intensive SaaS platforms, mentor engineering teams, and collaborate with product leadership to translate business needs into scalable solutions.
Key responsibilities
- Architect and drive the technical roadmap for large-scale, data-intensive SaaS applications
- Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers to foster a culture of technical excellence
- Collaborate with Product, Design, and Business leadership to shape product strategy and translate complex requirements into technical designs
Required qualifications
- 12+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on technical leadership and architecture
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years of experience designing and building scalable, data-intensive web applications and SaaS products
- 5+ years of API development experience in languages like Java or Kotlin, and modern frontend frameworks like React or AngularJS
- Proven experience in leading engineering teams and establishing scalable engineering practices in Agile environments
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